IgoUgo members call the
Galapagos Islands "enchanting" and "wondrous," and one traveler says, "I
hope the peacefulness I felt during our visit will stay with me always." Need some
peace and enchantment today? Look no further than these photos of the islands' incredible
residents.
A Galapagos tortoise takes a bite out of Santa Cruz Island.
Photo by tknterry
A Rabida Island sea lion roars (or yawns).
Photo by Owen Lipsett
A blue-footed booby busts a move.
Photo by mmorse
Two aggressive tortoises face off.
Photo by mmorse
A sea lion takes a snooze.
Photo by mmorse
This pelican is enjoying the mangroves of Baltra Island.
Photo by Shady Ady
A male frigatebird inflates his gular sac in hopes of attracting a date.
Photo by wheretogonext
A sea lion lines up for boarding on Baltra Island.
Photo by mmorse
This land iguana calls the Charles Darwin Research Station on Santa Cruz Island
home.
Photo by Shady Ady
Sally Lightfoot crabs scuttle at Puerto Egas.
Photo by Owen Lipsett